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CU52 VNV

2002 BMW 530

Red Diesel 2926cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

146,369 mi
Last recorded146,369 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2019
Typical for 2002 BMW 530111,560 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU52 VNV
MakeBMW
Model530
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,926cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 24 Oct 2019 146,369 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 141,582 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 138,102 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both front to rear around fuel tank area (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded Both nearside and offside rear close to rear brake hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Fuel Pipe/s corroded under car from front to rear ()

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 134,547 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Oct 2015 127,697 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 118,807 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2013 112,526 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 106,527 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 1 Nov 2011 97,855 miles

front exhaust flexi pipes are leaking slightly

Pass 9 Nov 2010 92,286 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 76,193 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2008 60,214 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

front and rear number plates in poor condition

Pass 29 Oct 2007 49,410 miles

front no plate is slightly marked

slight movement in rear offside roll bar link

Pass 25 Oct 2006 41,428 miles

possible wheel bearing developing

Pass 18 Oct 2005 32,307 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 530?

Based on 801,983 MOT tests across 56,322 vehicles.

76.9%
Pass Rate
7,757
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
56,322
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 30,757
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 17,664
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 11,558
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,764
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 8,374
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CU52 VNV is a 2002 BMW 530 in Red with a 2,926cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 BMW 530 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 111,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 530 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 30,757 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CU52 VNV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 530 typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 24 years old, this BMW 530 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU52 VNV registered?

CU52 VNV is a 2002 BMW 530, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is CU52 VNV safe to buy?

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